MC330423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Driveshaft Maintenance Schedule Change
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2017 BMW R1200 R
Service bulletins
51 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
B611305
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
MC000222
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
MC610821
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
MC55297495
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)Headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket.
MC660118
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down
MC64465398
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
MC64011504
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64606814
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Which charger should be used to charge the Li-ion HP and/or M batteries.
B513016
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
B630516
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.
B641216
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.
B651316
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing. 'Component Protection Active': If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to enter a locked mode once it recognizes a different VIN.
B662317
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / close unintentionally from objects in the vicinity of the rear of the vehicle; for example by a gas filling hose.
B840418
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BLUETOOTH AND USB AUDIO PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS MISSING - IPHONE: Playlists, song titles, etc. from iPhone do not display on Head Unit Basic 2.
B840618
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in the BMW Connected App) do not function after vehicle has been sitting for extended amount of time (In excess of 20 hours).
B110115
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the N63R engine and xDrive.
B120618
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DME FAULT CODE CDC203: Various control units contain faults indicating missing messages from the battery management electronics
B612717
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REPLACE BATTERY CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE: In-stock, new vehicle instrument cluster displays the red CCM ÒReplace BatteryÓ (ID # 460).
B620118
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BLANKS OUT OR REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster display goes black during starting or while driving.
B621817
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FUEL GAUGE ERRONEOUS DISPLAY: Vehicle runs out of fuel but the instrument cluster still displays fuel remaining in the tank.
B840218
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HEAD UNIT HIGH RESETS WITH CONNECTION OF IPHONE 8, IPHONE 8+ OR IPHONE X
B841117
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc.) with no input from driver or passenger.
MC64010520
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
MC6100118
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has established that the additional multifunction switches for special vehicles may allow moisture in and can lead to a failure of the LIN bus. In the case of a failure the additional functions will no longer work. For this reason the additional multifunction switches must be replaced on all affected vehicles. K52 Special vehicles produced after 9/29/2017 have improved additional multifunction switches installed.
B010116
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
N20 Engine Coolant Thermostat: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles
B511314
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Trunk Lid Does Not Open Completely: The trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.
B514416
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXTERIOR MIRROR: CREAKING NOISES: Creaking noise coming from either or both exterior rearview mirrors when folding in.
B630917
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REAR TAIL LIGHT FAILURE: Exterior rear lights do not work.
B650915
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
B652617
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (ghost behavior) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched.
B652517
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENTRY EVO HEAD UNIT WILL NOT PLAY MP3 FORMATTED CD's: Data CDÕs (encoded as MP3Õs) can NOT be played.
B3106170621
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. A valid BMW delivery and delivery item number must be entered, and TEC73 must appear in the text of your TEC claim.
SIM010917
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting resources, LLC
SISIB011317
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC
B840214
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
MC2300117
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC2100116
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has determiend in th ecourse of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder which may damage the gasket of the clutch line.
MC62571524_03
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug.
MC62533649
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rust stains occur in the rear of the case holders. Rusty water emerges through the vent hole that is required for the production process.
MC62335843
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After turning ignition key on and first scroll through of the Board Computer (BC), all menu items are displayed. When a scond scroll through is done th abmient tempertuire and average speed displays are missing. Only range and average consumption are displayed.
MC61326053
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After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510.
MC6192247601
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade. This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0.
MC60576836
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The lock barrel form the top case is lost. The tab on the lock barrel is 180 degrees out.
MC6132605
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After activation of th ealarm system, the turn signals remain on for 1 minute. Previously they turned off automatically. Software malfunction.
MC61461571
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
MC6100315
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners. This can prevent the battery from being charged while the motorcycle is being ridden. If this happens the 'General' warning light shows red and the battery symbol appears in the multifunction display.
MC55813536
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC56005564
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
MC59823415
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.
MC52892177
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Trip distance recorder sets itself to zero. Software error in the instrument cluster.
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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.